1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra 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 52 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Calibra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
