1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Brava weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
