1985 Lada 2104 vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 266 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada 2104 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 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Lada | Fiat |
| Model | 2104 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
