2000 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Ram and 2000 Fiat Barchetta were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Ram | 2000 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Ram | Barchetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |