2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
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 Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Coupe | Vectra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |