1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | Brava |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1369 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 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 Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
