1997 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Fiat Brava.
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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
