1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 12 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Bora |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |