1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Crown weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1976 Toyota Crown 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 1976 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown. 1976 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
