1997 Fiat Brava vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 230 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Brava | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Brava | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |