2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 9 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 236 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barchetta | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1404 mm |
