1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 626 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
