1987 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Lada | Fiat |
Model | Samara | Bravo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |