2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (271 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Bravo | Signum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
