2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 146 | Calibra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |