1961 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 560 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. 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 (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Morris Minor | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Minor | Meriva |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |