1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1998 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1998 Honda Step Wagon 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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 (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. 1998 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1998 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Coupe | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |