1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 321 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Cortina | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
