1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 957 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Coupe 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Coupe Touareg
Year Released 1996 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 130 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 2137 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4795 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2893 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L


 

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