1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Meriva | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
