1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 8 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 944 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barchetta | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |
