1998 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1998 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Fiat Punto. 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
