2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 338 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Meriva | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Meriva | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3668 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1866 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1503 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |