1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 1998 Renault Spider 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 75 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Renault Spider 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 1998 Renault Spider. 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 (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1998 Renault Spider | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Coupe | Spider |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |