2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Barchetta | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Barchetta | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
