2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 185 kg more than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Meriva | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
