1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
