1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 308 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
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 (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
| Model | Sunbird | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
