1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 268 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Vedette 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 1958 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Vedette | Meriva |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |