2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 109 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Barchetta | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1770 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 | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
