2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 525 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Meriva | Leone |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |