2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Bravo and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 261 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2009 Fiat Bravo | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Bravo | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |