1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 224 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
