1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 5 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 249 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 2001 Porsche 996 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 2001 Porsche 996. 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Brava | 996 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
