1999 Fiat Brava vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2002 Mini One 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava.
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 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 2002 Mini One | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Brava | One |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
