1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 875 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
