1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 14 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Brava | i10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
