2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Bravo | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
