2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 385 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Bravo | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
