1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1335 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 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
