1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 514 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
