1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |
