2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Bravo | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
