2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Meriva | 146 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.5 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 | 1380 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
