2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 18 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1190 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
