1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 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 2010 Porsche 911 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 2010 Porsche 911. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Coupe | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |