1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 480 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Barchetta | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Barchetta | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |