1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 133 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
