1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 41 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
