2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 23 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Meriva | 2600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |