1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2000 Suzuki X90 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki X90. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 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 Suzuki X90 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Barchetta | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Barchetta | X90 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
