1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 184 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Barchetta | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
