1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Because 1981 Toyota Carina 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 1981 Toyota Carina. 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 (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Bravo | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Bravo | Carina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |