2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Barchetta | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |