2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Rover P5 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 1962 Rover P5. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 1962 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Meriva | P5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
