1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1999 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1999 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. 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 29 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Primera weights approximately 100 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Barchetta | 1999 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Barchetta | Primera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |