2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 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 44 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 229 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
