1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 410 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Samara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
