1956 Fiat 600 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 643 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
