2011 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 2011 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Meriva | 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Meriva | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
