1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 313 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 Ferrari Dino. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | Dino | Meriva |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |