2010 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Bravo | Beetle |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |