1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 8 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2003 Mazda 2 (128 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Bravo | 2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.5 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 | 1010 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
