1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 194 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
