1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 3 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 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo.
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, 1999 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Brava | Echo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |