2007 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
