2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 358 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Because 1975 Toyota Celica 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 1975 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
