2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Brava weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. 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 Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2001 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Brava |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
