1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1971 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. 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, 1971 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1971 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Brava | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
