2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
