1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | 3000 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
