1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2012 BMW 316

To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW 316 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 2012 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava, 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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Fiat Brava 2012 BMW 316
Make Fiat BMW
Model Brava 316
Year Released 1998 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 82 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.9 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4624 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1429 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 57 L