1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
