1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 264 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Brava | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 66 mm |
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 | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |