1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 11 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 695 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 2009 Ferrari California 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 2009 Ferrari California. 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, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
| Model | Brava | California |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
