1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 54 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1686 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 | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |
