1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 423 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
