1997 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 8 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 304 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.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Brava | 307 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
