1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 835 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Astro | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
