2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
