1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 437 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.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
