1995 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 553 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (167 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Punto | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
