1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 423 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Elba | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.4 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
