1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Corsair | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
