1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Brava | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
