2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 120 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Barchetta | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2690 mm |
