1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 15 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Coupe | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
