2001 BMW Compact vs. 1995 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 400 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW Compact 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 2001 BMW Compact. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1995 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Compact | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
