1958 AC Ace vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 499 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| 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 | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
