1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Because 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 Vauxhall Victor. 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 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Vauxhall Victor | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
Model | Victor | Meriva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |