2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 5 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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, 2005 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Brava | ForFour |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |