1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Barchetta | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Barchetta | Hilux |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3090 mm |