2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1997 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1997 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Brava |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
