1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava. 2012 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Brava | 408 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
