2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2001 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 318 kg more than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Barchetta | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Barchetta | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
