1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 555 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Meriva |
Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |