1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 928 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
