1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 713 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 30 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 1955 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 30 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |