1996 Fiat Legram vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Legram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Legram would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.

Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Legram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Legram. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Legram.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Legram 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model Legram Captiva
Year Released 1996 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2231 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.7 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.3
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4673 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1756 mm


 

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