2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 156 | Calibra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |