1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1998 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Bravo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1985 Dodge Conquest 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 1985 Dodge Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1998 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Conquest | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
