2001 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 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 (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 75 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | 75 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
