1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 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 40 kg more than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Because 1963 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 1963 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, 1963 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 2300 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 2300 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
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 | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |