2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Bravo | 45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
