2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Barchetta | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
