1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 224 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 610 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
