1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1998 Kia Elan
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Barchetta and 1998 Kia Elan were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Elan (151 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Elan should accelerate faster 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, 1998 Kia Elan (186 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 1998 Kia Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Barchetta | 1998 Kia Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Barchetta | Elan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| 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 | 130 HP | 151 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |
