1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Porsche | Fiat |
Model | 911 | Bravo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 296 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 58 L |