1996 Opel Calibra vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 375 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Calibra | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
