2002 Opel Meriva vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 680 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
