2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 236 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
