2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2001 Fiat Brava
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Ecobasic and 2001 Fiat Brava were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Brava weights approximately 284 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. 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, 2001 Fiat Ecobasic (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ecobasic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Ecobasic | 2001 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Ecobasic | Brava |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4200 mm |