2000 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Signum | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
