2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 638 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
