2011 Fiat Bravo vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Bravo | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Bravo | Brera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
