2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo

To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2009 Fiat Bravo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 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, both vehicles can yield 206 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo GTV 2009 Fiat Bravo
Make Alfa Romeo Fiat
Model GTV Bravo
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1367 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 215 km/hour 212 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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