1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 3 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 (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Coupe | Retona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |