2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Barchetta 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 57 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 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 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Barchetta | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Barchetta | Siena |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
