1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2009 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Lancia Phedra is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 676 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, 2009 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Barchetta | 2009 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Barchetta | Phedra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |