1997 Fiat Coupe vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Coupe | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
