1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1949 AC 2-Litre 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 1949 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | 2-Litre | Meriva |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |