1994 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 116 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Carina | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Carina | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
