1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2010 Kia Amanti is newer by 14 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2010 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Calibra | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
