1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 44 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. 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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Bravo | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
