2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Meriva (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Meriva | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Meriva | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |