2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1997 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 566 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1997 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Venture | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
