2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Barchetta | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Barchetta | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
