1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 306 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
