1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 5 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 142 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z 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, 2001 Honda Z 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
