1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 10 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 234 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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Brava | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
