1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 180 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Lancia Aurelia 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 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Aurelia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
