1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 406 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 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Brava | 959 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |