1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | T5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
