1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 1987 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Brava | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |