1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Calibra |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |