1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 730 kg more than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Barchetta | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Barchetta | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |