1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Barchetta | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Barchetta | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |