1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Calibra | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
