1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Brava | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
