2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 408 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. 1990 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Barchetta | 605 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
