2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Bravo | Arena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
