1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva.
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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 15 | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | 15 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |