1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 44 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
