1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 17 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 885 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 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Barchetta | A7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2914 mm |
