2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Barchetta 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 120 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, 2009 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Barchetta | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Barchetta | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |