1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Brava | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
