1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 333 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 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 1959 Abarth 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 2200 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |