2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Idea | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
