2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 588 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 1957 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 1957 Porsche 356. 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 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | 356 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |