1999 Fiat Brava vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 14 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Brava | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
