1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1998 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Barchetta and 1998 ZAZ Wagon were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1998 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Barchetta | 1998 ZAZ Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | ZAZ |
Model | Barchetta | Wagon |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2330 mm |