2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1996 Fiat Legram

To start off, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Legram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Legram would be higher. Both 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 1996 Fiat Legram are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.

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 Legram (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Legram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser 1996 Fiat Legram
Make Chrysler Fiat
Model PT Cruiser Legram
Year Released 2000 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 151 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 75.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1300 mm


 

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