2000 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Opel Calibra

To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 54 kg more than 2000 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Palio 1993 Opel Calibra
Make Fiat Opel
Model Palio Calibra
Year Released 2000 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1194 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2610 mm


 

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