1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 232 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
