1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 535 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Meriva |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |