1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 95 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
