1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 475 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1974 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Barchetta | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Granada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2800 mm |
