1997 Fiat Brava vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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, 1997 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Brava | Panda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
