2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Barchetta | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
