2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Soarer 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Brava | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1044 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
