1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 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 62 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
