1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 370 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Giulietta | Calibra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |