1998 Fiat Brava vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Brava | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
