1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (152 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Bravo | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 186 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |