1964 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 640 kg more than 1964 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mazda Familia | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Meriva |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2640 mm |