1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 573 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
