2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 36 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Doblo | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |