1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 178 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1977 Plymouth Volare 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 1977 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Coupe | Volare |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |