2012 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2012 Fiat Bravo and 2012 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 27 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 2012 Kia Optima 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. 2012 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Bravo | Optima |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
