2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 520 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Volvo P 1900 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 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Meriva | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
