1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 257 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Brava | Sentra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2685 mm |