2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina 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 35 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 18 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
