1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2000 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2000 Nissan Pickup is newer by 5 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2000 Nissan Pickup 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 2000 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Barchetta | 2000 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Barchetta | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2960 mm |
