Fiat Bravo 182 2.0 HGT 20V (147 Hp)


Fiat Bravo:

The Fiat Bravo and Fiat Brava are small family cars produced by the Italian automaker Fiat from 1995 to 2003. They were effectively two versions of the same car: the Bravo, a three-door hatchback, and the Brava, a five-door fastback. The Bravo name was revived in January 2007, with the all-new Fiat Bravo, a replacement for the Stilo. The new version was available only with five doors.
The name Brava was also used in the United States in the 1980s, on the earlier Fiat 131....(Read more on Wikipedia)

182 Overview:

Fiat Bravo (182). With 187 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1190 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s). The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (147 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 8.5 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 8.9 L/100 km combined.
  • • Compact cargo space (280 L); may require careful packing.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:Bravo
Generation:182
Modification (Engine):2.0 HGT 20V (147 Hp)
Start of production:1995
End of production:1998
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:147 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power per litre:73.6 Hp/l
Torque:187 Nm @ 4400 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:182A1000
Engine displacement:1998
Number of cylinders:5
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:5 l
Coolant:7.3 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:82 mm
Piston Stroke:75.7 mm
Compression ratio:10.1:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:8.9 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:8.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:8.5 sec
Maximum speed:210 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:8.1 kg/Hp, 123.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.4 kg/Nm, 157.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:8.1 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1190
Max. weight:1690
Max load:500
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:630 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:280 l
Fuel tank capacity:60 l
Size:
Length:4031 mm
Width:1755 mm
Height:1420 mm
Wheelbase:2540 mm
Front track:1471 mm
Rear (Back) track:1430 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size195/55 R15
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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