2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2002 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 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 Ford Escort (178 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 2002 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
