1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1225 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 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Barchetta | Titan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3560 mm |