1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith

To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 810 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.

Because 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith 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 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1996 Fiat Coupe 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
Make Fiat Rolls-Royce
Model Coupe Silver Wraith
Year Released 1996 1946
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4257 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 6.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 5240 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 81 L


 

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