1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 345 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |