2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2009 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2009 Nissan Tiida is newer by 6 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 222 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 2009 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Barchetta | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
