1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Fiat Panda. 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 1999 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |
