1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 315 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Barchetta | 996 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |