2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1996 Fiat Brava

To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava.

Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Osee 1996 Fiat Brava
Make Citroen Fiat
Model Osee Brava
Year Released 2001 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1579 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 78.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1430 mm


 

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