1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 380 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, 2012 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Coupe | TL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
