1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1225 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
