1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 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 91 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 605 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
