2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Barchetta | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |