1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 108 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Coupe | Altima |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 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 | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |