1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | A3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |
