1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 17 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 540 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Bravo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
