2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 373 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. 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 (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Barchetta | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
