1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra

To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 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 95 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 660 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Alpine A 106 1995 Opel Calibra
Make Alpine Opel
Model A 106 Calibra
Year Released 1955 1995
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 20 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 45 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 530 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2110 mm 2610 mm


 

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