1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Meriva | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2634 mm |