1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 240 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 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Barchetta | 930 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |