1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
