1959 AC Ace vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 486 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Ace | Meriva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
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 | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |