2001 Fiat Brava vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Brava.
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 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Brava | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Brava | i20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2525 mm |
