1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 600 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia 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 1964 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Meriva |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |