1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1978 Renault 12
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,893 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1978 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | 12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
