2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 550 | Brava |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |