2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Barchetta | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
