1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 356 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat Dino 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 1972 Fiat Dino. 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, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Dino | Brava |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 64.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |