1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 18 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Brava | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
