1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 585 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Barchetta | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barchetta | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
