1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1984 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Corsa 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 72 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 Opel Corsa. 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1984 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
