1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 107 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Cavalier | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
