1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 643 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sports | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2610 mm |
