2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 37 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Meriva | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
