1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 763 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2710 mm |
