1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 891 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Fellow | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 44 L |
