1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1997 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1997 Ford Versailles 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1997 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
