1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 821 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Coupe | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
