1959 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 805 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 700 | Bravo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |