1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,893 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 223 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Bravo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
