2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Multipla is newer by 13 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, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Multipla | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
