2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 12 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Barchetta | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Barchetta | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2301 mm |
