1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Corrado |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |