2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 433 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Meriva | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
