2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1987 Subaru XT
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru XT (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru XT weights approximately 116 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 1987 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru XT 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, 1987 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1987 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Brava | XT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
