2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1996 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1996 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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1996 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C8 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
