2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 2002 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Barchetta | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2170 mm |
