1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 10 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
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, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Bravo | 3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
