2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Porsche 914 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Barchetta | 914 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
