2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. 2011 Fiat Croma 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. 2011 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Barchetta | Croma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
