2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Barchetta | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Barchetta | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |