2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo, 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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Bravo | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 82 L |
