1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Coupe | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |