2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. 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 66 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Barchetta | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
