1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 155 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
