1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 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 1,908 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 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, 1998 Fiat Bravo (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Bravo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
