1954 Ford Popular vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 575 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Popular | Meriva |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |