1999 Kia Shuma 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 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma. 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, 1999 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Shuma | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
