2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 94 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
