1963 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 643 kg more than 1963 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Anglia 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 1963 Ford Anglia. 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 (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Anglia | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Meriva |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |