1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1997 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1997 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 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 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1997 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | V6 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
