2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Barchetta | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2800 mm |
