1997 Fiat Brava vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 260 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Brava | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Brava | Vectra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |