1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 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 Fiat 2300. 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 2300 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |