1996 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
