1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Taunus 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 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Taunus | Bravo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 57 L |