1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1981 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 1981 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Barchetta | Granada |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |