1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 420 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Because 1961 Abarth 1600 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 1961 Abarth 1600. 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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1600 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |
