2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 11 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2.
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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Brava |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 63 L |
