1998 Fiat Brava vs. 1992 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Brava weights approximately 270 kg more than 1992 Opel Corsa. 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 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 1992 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Brava | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
