1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 66 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Coupe | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |