2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Mini | Fiat |
| Model | Cooper | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
