1957 AC Ace vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 456 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
