1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2002 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |