2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 506 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 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, 2003 Opel Signum (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Coupe | Signum |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |