2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 338 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Barchetta | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Barchetta | 307 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |