1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 12 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 42 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Versa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1800 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
