1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Fiesta | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
