2006 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1999 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
