1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 554 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Barchetta | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2960 mm |