1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2000 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 323 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Barchetta | 2000 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Barchetta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71.1 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
