1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 455 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 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Brava | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Brava | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |