1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 124 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | Brava |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
