2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 67 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Barchetta | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
