1997 Fiat Brava vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 379 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.
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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
