1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 13 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Brava | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
