2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Bantam 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) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |
