2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1996 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1996 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Barchetta | Mille |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |
