1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 1998 Mazda MX-3
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Coupe and 1998 Mazda MX-3 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 121 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Coupe | 1998 Mazda MX-3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Coupe | MX-3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
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 | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1059 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |