1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 259 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Coupe 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model Coupe Silverado
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 6340 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 4010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 129 L