2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 671 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | Bravo | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
