1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava.
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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Brava | Liana |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |