1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 538 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Meriva | 356 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
