2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2001 Porsche GT2

To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 396 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 2001 Porsche GT2 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 2001 Porsche GT2. 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Brava 2001 Porsche GT2
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Brava GT2
Year Released 2000 2001
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1301 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 82 HP 456 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 621 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 76.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1044 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2360 mm


 

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