1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
