1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 353 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTV | Meriva |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |