2007 Audi TT vs. 1997 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 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 TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1997 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | TT | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 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 | 1335 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
