1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Coupe | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3230 mm |
