1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 124 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 1994 Mazda RX-7 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 1994 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Brava | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
