1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
