1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 509 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Barchetta | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
