1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1977 Ford Granada 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 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
