2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen 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 25 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 98 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Barchetta | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
