2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 476 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.
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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Brava | 75 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |