1999 Fiat Coupe vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Coupe and 1999 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1999 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Econoline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Coupe | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
