1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1830 mm |
