1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
