1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
