1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 463 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Brava | C5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
