2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 828 kg more than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 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 2001 Fiat Barchetta. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Barchetta | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Barchetta | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
