1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 273 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
