1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 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 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 298 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley 4. 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 (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Opel | Riley |
Model | Meriva | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |