2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2001 Saturn SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn SC weights approximately 10 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC. 2001 Saturn SC 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. 2001 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Barchetta | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
