1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 1750 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |