2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 850 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Publica 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 1962 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
