1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1997 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1997 Fiat Brava is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1997 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Alpine A 610 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 1993 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1997 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 610 | Brava |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
