1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 1997 Fiat Barchetta and 1997 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Barchetta | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Barchetta | Quantum |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |