1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 546 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | Brava |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
