1999 Fiat Brava vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava. 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
