2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Brava | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
