2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1993 Ford Royale
To start off, 2002 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Royale.
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, 1993 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Barchetta | 1993 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Royale |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
