2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 44 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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 (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Sentra | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
