1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 15 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 48 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Calibra | C3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
