1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1986 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Soarer 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 78 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 108 kg more than 1986 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Soarer 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 1986 Toyota Soarer. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1986 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Soarer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |