1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1981 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Crown weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1981 Toyota Crown 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 1981 Toyota Crown. 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 (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1981 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |