1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 9 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Barchetta | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |
