2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Bravo | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
