1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 370 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Barchetta | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Barchetta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |