1997 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 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 (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A4 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |