1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1997 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1997 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 1997 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. 1997 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Barchetta | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Barchetta | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
