1959 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor.
Because 1959 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. 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, 2011 Opel Meriva (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Minor | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
