2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 102 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Barchetta | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
