1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan 4 | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 4 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
