1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall 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 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Meriva has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fleetwood | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2640 mm |
