1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 650 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 157 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 | 680 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
