1999 Fiat Brava vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Brava weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1999 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Brava | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Brava | Today |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |