1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 456 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.
Because 1986 Ford Fairlane 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 1986 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
