2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. 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 44 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 4 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Barchetta | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
