1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1978 Renault 18
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 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 103 kg more than 1978 Renault 18.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | 18 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 171 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 | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
