2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 272 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Barchetta | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Barchetta | Life |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |