1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 561 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
