2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Jazz | Bravo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |