1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1993 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mustang weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1993 Ford Mustang 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 1993 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1993 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1993 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Barchetta | Mustang |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |