1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 280 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 1900 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
