1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 429 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Bravo | 1959 Ford Popular | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Bravo | Popular |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2300 mm |