1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 517 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfasud | Meriva |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |