1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 45 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.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
