2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Barchetta | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
