2005 Citroen C vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 136 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. 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, 2005 Citroen C (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | Brava |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
