1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 542 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1955 Austin-Healey 100 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-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 53 L |
