2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. 1992 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Barchetta | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
