1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1999 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 390 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, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. 1999 Honda Step Wagon 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. 1999 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Barchetta | 1999 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Barchetta | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |