2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 725 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, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Barchetta | 2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
