2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 463 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Duna | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
