1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTA | Meriva |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |