1996 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 326 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | 200 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
