2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Bravo | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
