1988 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Because 1988 Peugeot 505 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 1988 Peugeot 505. 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 505 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Fiat |
| Model | 505 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
