1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 12 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2008 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Ka |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
