1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 308 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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 (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Meriva | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |