1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Barchetta | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
