1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda RX-4 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 1976 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Brava | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
