1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 13 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
