1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 640 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Anglia 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 1953 Ford Anglia. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Meriva |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |