1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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 40 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
