1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 382 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Coupe 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Fiat Honda
Model Coupe CR-V
Year Released 1996 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 130 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1562 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 58 L


 

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