1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 356 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Meriva |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 44 L |