2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Tata Nano

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Bravo and 2008 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 83 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Bravo 2008 Tata Nano
Make Fiat Tata
Model Bravo Nano
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1908 cc 624 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 48 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 194 km/hour 105 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 600 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 3099 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1495 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1652 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2230 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 4.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 37 L


 

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