1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1997 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Barchetta | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Barchetta | 19 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
