1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Berline | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
