1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 715 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Astro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
