1984 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 1984 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 911 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | 911 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
