1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
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, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Megagamma | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
