1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 397 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Barchetta | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Barchetta | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |