2004 BMW 118 vs. 2002 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2004 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. 2004 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2002 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 118 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
