1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 770 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chrysler Newport 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 1980 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Newport | Brava |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1369 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2550 mm |
