2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 330 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Barchetta | 2003 Rover 75 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Barchetta | 75 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1795 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 | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |