1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. 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 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
