2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 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 59 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 612 kg more than 1966 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 ZAZ 966 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 1966 ZAZ 966. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | Meriva | 966 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |
