1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Barchetta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2480 mm |
