2003 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, both 2003 Audi A3 and 2003 Fiat Barchetta were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A3 | 2003 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A3 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |