1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 50 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.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Meriva | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
