1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 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 87 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 141 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
