1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Calibra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
