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 |