1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 416 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 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava. 1999 Subaru Forester 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. 1999 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Brava | Forester |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |