2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1991 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.

Because 1991 Ford Mustang 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 1991 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Barchetta 1991 Ford Mustang
Make Fiat Ford
Model Barchetta Mustang
Year Released 2004 1991
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1755 cc 2301 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 45 L


 

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