2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | FR-V | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
