1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 254 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 1991 Nissan Vanette 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 1991 Nissan Vanette. 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Brava | Vanette |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2080 mm |