2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 7 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 973 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. 2010 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Barchetta | S6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
