1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 530 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. 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 (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | 1300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2110 mm |