1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 710 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1999 TVR Speed 12 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 1999 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | Bravo | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
