1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 258 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 145 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |