1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 6 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2002 GAZ 3111 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Coupe | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
