1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 2 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Puma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
