1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 791 kg more than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Barchetta | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
