1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 61 kg more than 1984 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Falcon | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
