1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1996 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1954 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1996 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1900 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
