1972 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin Marina 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 1972 Austin Marina. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Marina | Meriva |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |