1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 931 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 1996 SsangYong Musso 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava. 1996 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Brava | Musso |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
