2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 13 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
