1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 415 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Calibra | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Calibra | Croma |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |