1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 8 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava. 2003 Honda Inspire 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. 2003 Honda Inspire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Brava | Inspire |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |