1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1145 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
