1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 1998 Mini MK VII
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Bravo and 1998 Mini MK VII were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,908 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Mini MK VII. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1998 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1998 Mini MK VII. 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, 1998 Fiat Bravo (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 1998 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Bravo | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
