2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 706 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Meriva | Elf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 25 L |
