1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Fiat Brava and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 80 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.
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 Renault Megane (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Brava | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |