2001 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | B2500 | Bravo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |