2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 11 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 138 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Barchetta | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Barchetta | Duster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2673 mm |