1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1993 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
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, 1993 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1993 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Probe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
