2011 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 480 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Bravo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
