2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Bravo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
