1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 10 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 860 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Barchetta | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Barchetta | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |