1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1983 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 1983 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 (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown. 1983 Toyota Crown 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. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
