1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Calibra | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Calibra | 166 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.6 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |