1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 323 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
