1999 Fiat Brava vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 9 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Brava weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Brava | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
