1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 12 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |
