1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 158 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 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 1997 Venturi 400. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | Coupe | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |