1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 63 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
