2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 40 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 65 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Barchetta | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Barchetta | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |