2006 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 10 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 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 BMW 320. 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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | Brava |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
