1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Avanti Avanti 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 1982 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Avanti | Fiat |
Model | Avanti | Bravo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |