1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1995 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1995 Fiat Barchetta and 1995 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Mazda 121. 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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Barchetta | 1995 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Barchetta | 121 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |