2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 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 (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2002 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bravo | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 34 L |
