1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 295 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Barchetta | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Barchetta | 6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |