1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Barchetta | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
