2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 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 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Bravo. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Bravo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
