1960 Austin 7 vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 783 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 7 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 53 L |
