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 44 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 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 461 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
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 | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
