1997 Fiat Brava vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 1997 Fiat Brava and 1997 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Brava weights approximately 104 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Because 1997 Ford Mustang 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 1997 Ford Mustang. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (678 Nm) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
