2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 71 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 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1993 Ford Sierra. 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
