1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1997 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 1 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, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 116 kg more than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Barchetta | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Barchetta | Brava |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
