2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Bravo | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
