1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Brava | Elise |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |