1988 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1988 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Century. 1988 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Century | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Century | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
