1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 777 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3050 mm |
