1963 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul 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 47 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 498 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Consul 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 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Consul | Meriva |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |