2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 473 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Simca Aronde 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 1951 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Meriva | Aronde |
Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 39 L |