1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 1965 Austin A 90 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 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
