1999 Fiat Brava vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 395 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Brava | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
