1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 640 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.
Because 2006 Maserati Coupe 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 2006 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Brava | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | Brava | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |