1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 9 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava.
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, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Brava | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
