2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
