1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1992 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Coupe | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
