1993 Fiat Uno vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Uno | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Uno | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
