1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 600 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Meriva | 356 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
