1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 808 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 750 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |