1997 Fiat Brava vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Fiat Brava is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Brava | NSX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
