2012 Fiat Bravo vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45. 2000 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat Bravo | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Bravo | 45 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |