2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 793 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano 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 2012 Tata Nano. 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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Meriva | Nano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
