1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
