1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 7 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 30 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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Barchetta | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Barchetta | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
