1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 498 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
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 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1684 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
