2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 96 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | Brava |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |