2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 1998 Porsche 911 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. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Barchetta | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
