2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 625 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
