2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 529 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bravo | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 34 L |
