1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 288 GTO | Brava |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
