1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Brava | Micra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
