2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
