1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 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 98 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 215 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 (311 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
