1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 202 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. 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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Meriva | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
