2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1366 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 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
