2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Tata Nano

To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 750 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Tata Nano 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 2012 Tata Nano. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Bravo 2012 Tata Nano
Make Fiat Tata
Model Bravo Nano
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1367 cc 624 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 48 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 212 km/hour 105 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 600 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 3099 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1495 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1652 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2230 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 4.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 37 L


 

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