1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 32 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie. 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, 1988 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 1988 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Bravo | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
