2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Bravo | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
