1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo 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 Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
