1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 4 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Brava | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
