1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 39 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra.
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 (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
