1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
