1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 640 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.
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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Barchetta | Avantime |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |