1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Zephyr (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 151 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1962 Ford Zephyr 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 1962 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1962 Ford Zephyr (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Zephyr | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
