1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 353 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1967 Ferrari Dino 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 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari Dino | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | Dino | Meriva |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |