1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
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 Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 28 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 Zodiac. 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Bravo | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Bravo | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |