1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 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 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Brava | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |