1983 Ford Meteor vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 550 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Meteor | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Meteor | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
