1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
