1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 976 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Barchetta | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
