1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Prefect | Meriva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |