1948 Morris Minor vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 608 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2620 mm |
