2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Barchetta and 2004 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Barchetta | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |