1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 930 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | Brava | RX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |