2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1987 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
