1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 465 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
