2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Barchetta | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |