1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 603 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia 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 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 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 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
