1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 430 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava. 2005 Opel Vectra 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. 2005 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
