1987 Dodge Omni vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Omni (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 151 kg more than 1987 Dodge Omni.
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, 1987 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Omni | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Omni | Brava |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
