2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Calibra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 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 | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1190 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 |