1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 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 82 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 133 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 133 | Calibra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |