1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 1,893 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 217 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.
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 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
