1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Tickford | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
