1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 468 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 850 | Calibra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |