1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1997 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Fiat Vivace. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1997 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Brava | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
