2001 Fiat Brava vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 544 kg more than 2001 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford GT 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 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Brava | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
