1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfetta | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
