2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
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 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Barchetta | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
