1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 8 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 504 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 2004 Rover 75 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 2004 Rover 75. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Brava | 75 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
