1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Scudo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo. 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 (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Scudo | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Scudo | Meriva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |