2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
