1995 BMW 317 vs. 2000 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 317. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 317 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 317 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1995 BMW 317 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 1995 BMW 317. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 2000 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 317 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
