2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Because 2008 Lotus Elise 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 2008 Lotus Elise. 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, 2008 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Brava | Elise |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 32 L |
