1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Opel Meriva

To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (123 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1500 2005 Opel Meriva
Make Fiat Opel
Model 1500 Meriva
Year Released 1959 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 80 HP 123 HP
Torque 104 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 88.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.7:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 169 km/hour 192 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 990 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 53 L


 

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