2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2003 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Meriva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |