1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Barchetta | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Barchetta | 407 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |