2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1489 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Brava | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
