1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 432 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (240 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
