1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 633 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
