1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 335 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A 55 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 1957 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 55 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |