1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Tickford | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
