1968 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 883 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 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 | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 53 L |