1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 398 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Barchetta | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
