2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Barchetta | Calibra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |