2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 260 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Barchetta | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |