1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Meriva (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 35 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
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 | 26 L | 53 L |