1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 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 (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
