1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Brava | Yaris |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 15310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |