2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C2 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C2 | Bravo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |