2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (101 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
