1961 AC Ace vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Ace (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 537 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Because 1961 AC Ace 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 1961 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Ace | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Ace | Meriva |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |