2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra Commander would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Barchetta | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2690 mm |
