1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 145 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |