2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2000 Fiat Brava and 2000 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 166 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, 2000 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 2000 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Brava | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |