2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1484 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Fiat Coupe | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Coupe | Express |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |