1976 Alpine A 110 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 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 626 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 1976 Alpine A 110 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 Alpine A 110. 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 (138 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 44 L |
