2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 53 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Brava | 121 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
