1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 16 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 224 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Brava | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2615 mm |
