1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1991 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 181 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina.

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 (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Brava 1991 Toyota Carina
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Brava Carina
Year Released 1996 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 70 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1176 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 61 L


 

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