1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
