2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, both 2000 Fiat Barchetta and 2000 Mazda Demio were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Barchetta | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Barchetta | Demio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2400 mm |