1961 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | 7 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |