1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 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 56 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 523 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
