1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 37 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Meriva |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |