1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Brava | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
