2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 8 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Barchetta | Siena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
