1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 and 1998 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 166 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |