1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 328 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2007 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 2007 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Bravo | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
