1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 793 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 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Brava | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
